1952 Cadillac 62 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1952 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Cadillac 62 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | 62 | 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 16 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |